Service disruptions

Location:     North Generator, A Lot West of Parker Building, North end of building (see image included below notice)

Timeframe: Saturday, April 11, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Category:     Construction Work

Overview:    Please be advised that there will be electrical work happening on the Prairie Biologics Accelerator Building site on Saturday, April 11. During this work, the generator will be activated and will run throughout the day. When the generator is running, there is some odour created, which will dissipate as the generator continues to operate. Physical Plant staff will be on call during this work. There is no risk of this work causing a power outage.   

Questions/concerns: please contact Kim Dandewich, kim.dandewich@umanitoba.ca, 431-323-5171.
 

• Posted: Jan 21, 2026
• Location(s): Parking Lot A at Sifton Rd.
• Timeframe (Est): Until further notice
• Category: Road/Parking Lot Closure
• Overview: Construction of the Prairie Biologics Accelerator Building has started in Parking Lot A. To facilitate construction, remaining sections of Parking Lot A and a portion of Sifton Rd. will be closed starting on or after Monday, January 26 (see map) and continuing for the duration of the project (approx. 2+ years). Building access and access to loading docks will be maintained to all surrounding buildings. Emergency vehicle access will be maintained throughout construction. Accessible parking will be available within the surrounding area. Pedestrian access will be maintained with some detours in place.
• Please plan accordingly. Barricades and safety signage will be clearly posted to safely direct vehicles, cyclists and pedestrians as required. Caution should be taken at all times during construction. Flag people will be on site to help direct traffic as needed. Your patience and cooperation to ensure everyone’s safety is appreciated.
• Questions or concerns: regarding this disruption can be directed to Kim Dandewich or (431) 323-5171.

• Location: Dysart Road between Wallace and A Lot (view image)
• Timeframe: March 30 – April 1, 9am – 3pm daily
• Category: Lane Closure
• Overview: Please be advised that there will be a lane closure on Dysart, March 30 – April 1, from 9-3 daily.  The Eastbound lane near Wallace/A Lot will be closed to allow for construction.  Signage will be in place, and flaggers will be on site to assist traffic and pedestrians.  Please allow additional time for travel.  The lane will reopen for regular use outside of these times.
• Questions/concerns: contact Kim Dandewich or 431-323-5171. 

Location:     Dafoe Road Eastbound (Alumni Lane to Service 7 St S) and Alumni Lane – Access to CTC parking (see attached).  

Timeframe: April 6-April 17

Category:  Access Information

Overview: Dafoe (Eastbound lane only) from Alumni Lane to Service 7 St S will be closed April 6-17.  Alumni Lane traffic will run from Dafoe to Freedman for this period.  

Access to the CTC parking lot will be via Service 7 ST S from Freedman (see attached). Flaggers and signage will be in place to assist drivers and pedestrians through the construction area.

Please use caution when travelling through the area. 

Questions/concerns: please contact Kim Dandewich, kim.dandewich@umanitoba.ca, 431-323-5171.

Location:     Service Road 1S – alongside the Central Energy Plant (see image)

Timeframe: Thursday,  April 9, 7 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Category:  Road Closure

Overview: Please be advised that Service Road 1S will be closed beside the Central Energy Plant to allow for the presence of a crane on Thursday, April 9 (please see image). No through traffic is allowed on Service Rd 1S, but access to Parking Lot D/S will be maintained.  Selected stalls in D Lot will be barricaded to allow for access. Flaggers will be on site to assist, signage and barricades will be in place.  

Questions/concerns: please contact Alex Sopilnyak, alex.sopilnyak@umanitoba.ca, 204-797-5644

• Posted: Feb 22, 2024 
• Updated: April 6, 2026            
• Location(s): Washrooms 113 and 114
• Timeframe (Est): Feb 15th, 2024, until further notice
• Category: Washroom closure
• Overview: The washrooms in rooms 113 and 114 of the Architecture 2 building are temporarily closed due to a breach in the crawl space drain line.
• The piping in the crawl space is being replaced by the contractor.
• We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and assure you that we are working diligently to resolve the situation as quickly as possible.
• We anticipate that substantial completion for this project will be achieved by the end of Summer 2026. Level 100 washrooms should be operational by early Fall 2026.
• In the meantime, we will post signs to direct you to the nearest available bathrooms in the building. Your understanding and cooperation during this time are greatly appreciated.
• Questions or concerns: regarding this shutdown can be directed to Bert Requeima or (204) 789-3822.

• Posted: September 11, 2024      
• Location(s): Greenspace (Former T-Block Bldg) between Med Rehab, Medical Services & Chown
• Timeframe: Thursday, September 19, 2024 to December 2026
• Category: Construction Laydown in Greenspace
• Overview: Please be advised of the greenspace (former T-Block Building) will be turned over to the General Contractor as a construction laydown space starting Thursday, September 19, 2024 to December 2026. There will be four accessible parking spaces maintained on the east side of Med Rehab, see attached plan highlighted in teal.
   
• Question or concerns: regarding this disruption can be directed to Mark Ager at 204-228-4664. 

Please be advised that the Investors Group Athletic Centre (IGAC) will undergo a planned, extensive closure this summer to complete facility upgrades.

• Closure period: June to September 2026
• Work includes: Complete court flooring replacement. 

This timeline has been planned to balance impacts on facility users. 

All spring programs and activities currently scheduled to take place within the Investors Group Athletic Centre, including the Fort Garry campus Spring Convocation ceremonies, are uninterrupted and will proceed as planned. Junior Bisons spring tournaments will also run as planned. 

This closure window will regrettably primarily affect summer camp programming operated in the space. The Mini U team is developing alternative strategies to ensure our most popular program will run in alternative spaces. Staff and affected participants will be directly communicated with regarding specific impacts and plans. 

This broader alert serves to notify the community of the facility timeline.

Units such as Bison Sports, Mini U and Junior Bisons will communicate specific operational updates, alternative locations and program plans directly to their respective participants, coaches and staff.

The Joyce Fromson Pool is currently closed and will remain closed until further notice. 

UM remains committed to offering high-quality swim programming and will continue to update the community as more information becomes available about reopening the Joyce Fromson Pool.

• Posted: September 16, 2024      
• Location(s): Elevator – Main Elevator #1
• Timeframe (Est): Sept 20^th, 2024 – Until building construction is done
• Category: Elevator Shutdown  

• Overview: Starting September 20^th, 2024, the main elevator at Machray Hall will be out of service during building construction. Elevators at Parker and Armes will still be available at the tunnel level as usual. 

   

• Question or concerns: regarding this disruption can be directed to Anne Cholakis at 431-278-8574.

• Posted: July 8, 2025
• Location(s): North side of building
• Timeframe (Est): Starting July 14, 2025, for the duration of the project
• Category: Access Shutdown  
• Overview: Mechanical Contractor will proceed with the replacement of sanitary and storm sewer piping in the crawlspace of the Architecture II building, starting Monday, July 14, 2025. Access to the work area will be provided by exposing a portion of the existing foundation along the recessed courtyard at the north side of the building (Excavation Area 1). The adjacent area on the east side will also be excavated as required to connect the new lines to existing concrete pipes outside the building.
• Questions/ concerns regarding this shutdown can be directed to Alex Sopilnyak at (204) 797-5644. 

• Timeframe (Est): Tuesday, September 2, 2025 – September 2027
• Category: Parking Lot Closure
• Overview: Please be advised that Parking Lot ACE will be fully closed from  September 2, 2025, to September 2027. The Contractor Parking lot will be partially closed for the same period.
• Questions/concerns: please contact Donna Sharpe at (204) 914-2872. 

• Posted: January 30, 2026
• updated:February 20, 2026
• Location(s): Rooms 206 and 209
• Timeframe (Est): Ongoing- Until Further Notice
• Category: Access closure  
• Overview: Rooms 209 (Office) and 206 (Classroom) are closed until further notice. Room 207 (Classroom) remains open.
• Questions/ concerns: regarding this shutdown can be directed to Andrew Lovatt or 204 298 2639

• Posted: March 19, 2026
• Location: Sidewalk along the east side of St. John’s College Residence
• Timeframe: Monday, March 23 – ongoing to project completion
• Category: Sidewalk Closure
• Overview: Please be advised that the sidewalk on the east side of St John’s College Residence will remain closed for the duration of the project to allow for construction activity (see map). Access to the Wallace Building and Parking Lots Q/K is available through the greenspace between St. John’s College and St. Paul’s College or via the Wallace tunnel, which can be accessed indoors through the Allen Building and Parker Building. Access to St John’s College and St. John’s College Residence will not be affected. 
  Please plan accordingly and allow additional time for the detour. Barricades and safety signage will be clearly posted to safely direct cyclists and pedestrians as required. Caution should be taken at all times during construction. Your patience and cooperation to ensure everyone’s safety is appreciated.
   

• Posted: March 31, 2026
• Location: Rooms 408 Office Suite
• Timeframe: Tuesday, March 31, 2026 to
  Wednesday, April 1, 2026
• Category: Abatement
• Overview: A pre-qualified abatement contractor has been employed for the scope of work. All work is to be performed in accordance with Workplace Safety and Health Regulations for the province of Manitoba, in addition to University standards.
  Throughout the abatement, external environmental health and safety consultants as well as University staff will be reviewing the work for compliance purposes. In addition, inspections will be performed by an external consulting agency throughout the duration of the project.
  It is University practice to remove lead impacted materials in a timely manner to ensure the safety and health of faculty, staff, students, and visitors.
  If you have any questions or concerns regarding the above mentioned abatement, please contact the Environmental Health & Safety Office.

Location:     Prairie Biologics Building Site – A Lot

Timeframe: Ongoing to May 29, 2026, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily

Category:     Noisy Work

Overview:    Please be advised that piling will continue on the new Prairie Accelerator Biologics Building in A Lot.   During piling, noise will be audible in surrounding areas and buildings, and vibrations may be felt. Air quality in nearby buildings will be monitored throughout. Pile driving will occur only when exams are not in session.

We appreciate your patience during this necessary part of construction.

Questions/concerns, please contact Kim Dandewich, kim.dandewich@umanitoba.ca, 431-323-5171